Rides with the Sun - American Indian

 Rides with the Sun, oil on canvas, 20 x 30.

This painting can be seen at Miller Gallery's  show 50 Years-50 Artists-50 Paintings
A 50th Anniversary Celebration of Artistic Diversity
The year 2010 marks Miller Gallery's 50th Anniversary. The show dates are February 26 – March 14, 2010. The gallery is located in Cincinnati, OH

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Hides from the Spirit - American Indian

Hides from the Spirit, 18 x 24, oil on linen
American Indians painted their faces for decorative purposes and for protection against the wind, sun, snow and insects. Designs of various kinds were used to designate membership in certain societies, to prepare for ceremonies, to mark achievement and to mourn the dead. When used for personal ornamentation there was no guide to the way the paint should be applied beyond the fancy of the wearer or for personal identification.

If a warrior had his face painted when he went on a raid into an enemies camp, he would change the face paint after the raid so the spirits of the dead would not recognize him and follow the warrior back to camp.
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Summer Koshari - American Indian

Summer Koshari is oil on canvas, 24 x 36
Although the majority of my American Indian paintings are portraits of the Plains Indians, I also love painting the Pueblo Koshari.
They are a Hopi Clown that perform during spring and summer rituals. As a Sacred Clown, they are the keeper of tradition and values. Although their purpose is to amuse, the humor often pokes fun at individuals, leaders and attitudes that seem aberrant to the tribe.
Find out more about Hopi Clowns in the book Clowns of the Hopi: Tradition Keepers and Delight Makers By Barton Wright
This painting is available at K. Henderson Studio

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Sacred Power - American Indian

Sacred Power is oil on linen, 30 x 36.
The image on the shield is the thunderbird. In many legends this bird brings Wind and Thunder with the beating of his wings. Some myths state that the sound of thunder is the sound of spirits warring in the sky.
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K. Henderson and Ranch-Way Feeds

Do you want to get an inexpensive printed image of my painting "Painted Dreams" along with some great feed for your horse?

For the past few years Ranch-Way Feeds has been using art work to decorate their feed sacks. They will soon be coming out with my painting "Painted Dreams" on their Defiance Sacred Horse feed bags. I'm really excited about it.

I feel like I've come full circle. Many years ago when I first started my art career I did the art work on feed sacks for a local mill in Muskogee, OK.

Award - Hubbard Museum

                                                          Redwing , oil on canvas, 30 x24

I was awarded second place at the Hubbard Museum's Biennale Grande in Ruidoso, NM. I didn't get to attend the opening because of bad road conditions. You have until April 11th to see the exhibit.

The Return of the Buffalo - Ghost Dress

The Return of the Buffalo is an oil painting on canvas, 30 x 40.
The dress is an Arapaho Ghost Dress that would have been worn in the Ghost Dance. It was said that performing the Ghost Dance would peacefully end the dominance of the white Man and return abundance to the land, including the return of the Buffalo.
The Thunderbird and New Moon symbolize the beginning of a new life. The woman dressed in red holding the Sacred Pipe and a branch from the holy cedar tree, represents adherence to the tribal culture. The Morning star in day and night are above her left and right. The stars are symbols of the universe being called upon to help them
This painting is available at K. Henderson Studio

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Gifts from the Ocean - American Indian

Gifts from the Ocean is 30 x 36, oil on canvas.
Plains women made dresses out of skins, wool and cloth and would decorate them with natural local  items and trade items.
Elk eye teeth were often used.The number of teeth used was a sign of wealth. A cheaper substitute for teeth were cowrie shells which were a Trade item. The shape of the shell was similar to teeth and gave the same decorative effect.
This painting shows a red velvet dress with many cowrie shells
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Blue Feather - American Indian

Blue Feather, oil on canvas, 20 x 30.
Parrots and macaws have been part of the American Indian culture for centuries. The South Americans traded the birds with their North American friends. Parrots carried prayers for Sun and Rain.
The birds were kept for their feathers and color. The birds were valuable possessions and denoted the wealth of the owner.
This painting is available at K. Henderson Studio

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Western Art Collector - Spirits in the Wind Gallery

When the Moon Rises

Be sure and pick up a copy of the February issue of Western Art Collector magazine. There is an article featuring a two-person show at Spirits in the Wind Gallery in Golden CO. The show, Contemporary and Historical Art, will include my art as well as sculptor Jerry McKellar.
When the Moon Rises, 30 x 36, oil on canvas will be one of the featured paintings
The show will run the month of February. For more information contact Spirits in the Wind Gallery

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The Warriors Prayer - American Indian

The Warriors Prayer, 36 x 30, oil on canvas. This Plains Indian Wears eagle feathers in his hair and on his shield. The red stripes on his face represent tears for those that have fallen in battle.
His regalia also includes a scarf, a scarf slide made from a shell, and a beaded shirt.
The red trade cloth on the shield is used to cover the shield when not in use.

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Walks with the Spirit - American Indian Portrait

I just completed the painting Walks with the Spirit. It is 20 x 30, oil on canvas.
This Plains Indian has red face paint and wears Eagle feathers in his hair

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2010 Indian Artists Calendar

Murrow Indian Children's home in Muskogee, OK has come out with a 2010 calendar featuring paintings they have in their collection. My paintings is the one used for April.

I only have a small number of these calendars available. The price is $15. The shipping is free. Sorry, I can only mail these to the USA